Michael, the story isn’t about me; it’s about our fellow citizens who have signed up to defend our country, wherever they may be assigned. I was a naval officer, and my period of duty was when we were not at war or shooting at anybody. But that was just my luck of the draw. My two USNA roommates both got shot down in Vietnam, one surviving and the other dying of his wounds. I support the USO because I know they give our service men and women what the U.S. Government doesn’t give them – a connection with home, entertainment in areas where a break from the grind is essential, and care packages that continually let them know that their country appreciates their service. Bob Hope and his troop during World War 2 is a perfect example. My contributions are just a drop in the bucket, but I’ll continue to contribute what I can as long as we have troops in harm’s way.
